Our Menu

Small Plates

Charcuterie, Fondue, Specialty Sweets & Beyond

The Idle Hour isn’t just a Lake Tahoe wine-tasting venue! Guests will find a wide selection of hand-crafted local brews as well as sparkling wine tastings, Mimosas and even non-alcoholic options. Visitors can pair beverages with tantalizing bites from the eclectic food menu. Savory food lovers can enjoy delicious sharable bites replete with fresh and local ingredients. 

Menu – Preview

Our menu changes seasonally

Shareable Classics

The Idel Hour Charcuterie

Imported & Domestic Cheeses – Assortment of “Journeyman Meat Company” Cured
Meats – Fresh Fruit – Jam – Roasted House Nuts – Honey – Stone Ground Mustard –
Grilled Pita – Toasted Ciabatta

The Idle Hour Pinsa Bread

Traditional
Olive Oil – Herbs – Shaved Parmesan – Garlic
Italian
Golden Raisins – Prosciutto – Burrata – Arugula – Balsamic Glaze

Cheese Fondue

w/ Bread & Veggies  or Bread & Cured Meats or  Bread, Cured Meats & Veggies

SMALL PLATES

 

Hot Cauliflower Mascarpone Dip

Cauliflower – Mascarpone – Peppers – Sun-dried Tomato – Chili Oil – Green Onion

Pineapple Salad

Spring Mix – Radish – Onions – Pineapple – Cranberries – Pecans – Soy Ginger Vinaigrette

Cobb Salad

Chopped Romaine – Tomato – Cucumber – Onion –
Hard Boiled Eggs –
Bacon Crumbles – Bleu Cheese – House Made Ranch

Brie Grilled Cheese

Blueberry Fig Jam – Apples – Brie Cheese
(changes seasonally)

Wine Tasting Flights

New World Flights

Red, White & Mixed

Old World Flights

Red, White & Mixed

***Menu items change seasonally

Small Plates

lobster bisque

Eclectic Salads

lobster bisque

Seasonal Soups

The Idle Hour is also home to South Lake Tahoe’s Lakefront Event Venue

Private Indoor Outdoor Space with Panoramic Lake Views

Weddings & Group Events

We Do Private Parties

best of tahoe<br />
  • Best Place to Bring and Out of Town Guest
  • Best Place to Watch a Sunset
  • Best Wine Selection
  • Best Restaurant with a View

IDLE HOUR CHARCUTERIE BOARD

To Go for Your Next Party

wine spectator award